At United Friends School, our youngest learners —our Preschool and Kindergarten friends—are already practicing what it means to live in a caring community, listen deeply, and discover the joy of learning. While Quaker education is often associated with older students, its foundation is built right here, in these earliest years of wonder, collaborative play, and wide-eyed curiosity. Quaker education isn’t a set of lessons about values. It’s a way of being together. For young c

For many families, summer brings a welcome pause - less rush, fewer obligations, and the freedom to slow down. But that same freedom can also feel disorienting. Without the familiar rhythms of the school year, parents may find themselves juggling the tricky balance between creating meaningful experiences for their children and simply keeping the days on track. It’s a question that invites reflection. How can we honor the gifts of summer’s slower pace while also recognizing th

Middle school is more than a bridge between childhood and high school; it is a profound turning point. It is when students begin to question, explore, and define who they are. It is when their need for belonging intensifies, their brains stretch toward abstract thinking, and their hearts search for purpose. At United Friends School, we believe these years are not just a phase to endure; they are the ideal moment to build community and nurture young people as whole, growing hu